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G. D. Cross

Jacksboro, Jack County

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(1855 - 1941) Born in Arkansas. Served in Hunter's Texas Ranger Company 1873-1874, helping remove Indians from Texas. Later became merchant and farmer. Married Mary A. E. Shawver, 1881. Had 13 children. Built this picnic table (where his ranger unit once camped) to be used at family reunions. (1969)

Marker Details

Address
Location Description Picnic area, Sewell Park (south section of Jacksboro, US 281 and Lost Creek)
Marker # 2087
Dedicated 1969
Size, Type 14" x 24"
Code rangers
Latitude, Longitude 33.213471, -98.15883

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